Removals to France - Ten things France is Most Famous For

If you require removals to France you are probably beginning to think about your new life in France, enjoying its renowned food and wine, visiting the many art galleries and monuments, and taking in the stunning scenery.

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Moving to France? Here is our at-a-glance guide to ten things that we this country is famous for!

1. Wines - Which country dominates a list of 50 of the world’s most expensive wines? France of course. Ask anyone what France is most famous for and fine wines will most likely be top of the list (or at least close to it). There are vineyards all over the country so wherever you settle, you will find plenty of places to go wine tasting. Among the best known French wine regions are Champagne, Bordeaux, Burgundy and the Loire Valley.

2. Cheeses - Did you know that just as there are professional wine tasters, there are also professional cheese tasters? And just like wines, every region has its own speciality cheeses. From soft cheeses such as Brie, to goat’s cheeses, blue cheeses and cheeses made from cow’s milk, there are well over 350 cheeses in France. You will have plenty of chance to sample the local produce and buy fresh local cheeses from the market.

3. Delicacies - France has made a name for itself for its fine food and pricy delicacies. Some 45 per cent of black truffles are produced in France and just a few shavings of this delicacy - nicknamed black diamonds - come with a hefty price tag.  Other French delicacies which are more affordable include foie gras, escargots, moules marinere, crepes, not forgetting frog’s legs. Each region has its own specialities and as there are many wonderful restaurants, you have plenty of chance to try out some of the local delicacies. 

4. Monuments - The Eiffel Tower is the symbol of France. In fact, if you haven’t already been there, no trip to Paris would be complete without seeing the tower at first hand. It was built in 1889 as the entrance arch to the World’s Fair which took place in the same year and has become the most recognised monument in the world. It is also the world’s most visited structure.

5. Art and Art Museums - Paris is considered by many to be the art capital of the world and artists past and present have come here to seek inspiration. The impressionist movement originated from Paris in the 19th century and this helped change the way art was viewed, inspiring generations of artists. If you are moving to France to settle here, some of the finest art galleries are based in the capital and these are well worth a visit. They include the Musee D’Orsay, the Pompidou Centre and of course the Louvre, which is one of the biggest art museums in the world and home to probably the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa.

6. Perfume and Skincare Products - France is well known for its perfume and skincare products. Many big name brands such as PRECISION (House of Chanel’s Skincare line), Clarins, and L’Oreal - the world’s largest cosmetics and beauty company - are based here. In fact one of L’Oreal’s main shareholders, Liliane Bettencourt, is one of the richest women in the world.

7. Fashion - Paris is a centre of fashion and many well known designer brands originated from France including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Hermes and Yves Saint Laurent.  The capital was established as a centre of fashion from the time of Louis XIV until the 1960’s and 70’s. Now, Paris is one of the big four that lead the way in global fashion, together with Milan, London and New York City.

8. Literature - France has produced many big names in literature including Alexandre Dumas who is one of the most widely read French authors worldwide. Among his most famous books are The Three Musketeers and the Count of Monte Cristo. Another world renowned French author is Victor Hugo, who penned The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Les Miserables.

9. Cars - Peugeot, Citroen and Renault are all French car makers. Citroen was founded almost a century ago (in 1919) and was the first company in Europe to make mass produced cars. The Peugeot family came from Sochaux where there is now a large manufacturing plant and museum. Renault was established in 1899 and has a major market in Europe. It is also known for its successes in rallying and Formula 1 racing.

10. Tour de France - A list of things France is best known for would not be complete without a mention of the Tour de France. The race was founded in 1903 and draws competitors from all over the world. The 2012 race made history as it was won for the first time ever by a British cyclist, Bradley Wiggins.

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